STOCK MARKET RECOMMENDATIONS

IEX shares plunge over 6% after CERC's latest update on market coupling norms. Check details

Indian Energy Exchange shares dropped significantly on Monday. This followed a draft framework from the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission. Grid India has been named the market coupling operator. This move aims to unify electricity market prices. The framework proposes Grid India will handle price discovery. Power exchanges will submit bids to Grid India. This could impact IEX's dominant market share.

BSE vs IEX vs MCX: Which exchange's shares should you buy now?

Amidst a market rebound, shares of BSE, MCX, and IEX have surged. Analysts favor MCX and BSE for their strong operating momentum and growth potential in India's deepening capital market participation. While IEX is a quality business, its growth is seen as more measured due to regulatory overhang.

Top Nifty50 stocks analysts suggest buying in this volatile week

Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. The simple average of the above-mentioned five component ratings is normally distributed to reach an average score.

Smallcap stocks skyrocket up to 79% after crash. Is this breakout rally or bull trap?

Indian smallcap stocks have surged dramatically in April, with some gaining up to 79%. The Nifty Smallcap 250 has outperformed the Nifty50, driven by domestic investor confidence. Experts are split on the sustainability of this rally, with some seeing a structural uptrend and others a sentiment-driven surge. Valuations are a concern for some, while others point to strong earnings.

Tactical investing: 6 stocks for your watchlist as the Gulf rebuild approaches; 4 with positive upside potential of up to 25%

Peace is something that has eluded West Asia a long time. For old Gulf watchers, statements and counter-statements of the kind seen in the last 48 hours are nothing new. That is probably the least to expect in times of conflict. And, when negative headlines dominate, it is tough to think rationally, especially when it comes to the stock markets. In such circumstances, it is useful to have the ability to be somewhat contrarian.

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday

Indian equities ended higher, led by consumer and metal stocks, while IT lagged due to weak earnings. Nifty and Sensex posted gains with positive market breadth. Analysts remain constructive, recommending a buy-on-dips approach as momentum holds, with key resistance and support levels guiding near-term direction.

In times of war: Take a risk or manage it; different, yet same. 6 small-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 29%

Picking the right stock is easier said than done. Especially when valuations are not cheap and noise levels are high. When we say noise levels, it is all about narrative. Think of someone asking you to invest in the market at a time when there is war going on and crude oil prices have moved much higher than anyone had expected.

Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 36%

Whether you are a trader or an investor, there is one thing to watch carefully in the coming days: Earnings. The reason why this is important is because the market is likely getting into sector-specific mode and there will be sectors which will outperform while others stay under pressure. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.

Nifty headed to 24,800 next; Vinay Rajani names CG Power and Pidilite as top trading picks

Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities believes the Indian market rally has further to go, identifying 24,000-24,100 as a buying opportunity on dips, with 24,800 as the next target. He highlights broad market participation and sector rotation as key strengths. Rajani also recommends CG Power for its power sector breakout and Pidilite Industries for its FMCG reversal pattern.

Radhakishan Damani-backed VST Industries shares jumps 15% as Q4 profit doubles to Rs 116 crore

VST Industries share price saw a significant jump on Friday. The Radhakishan Damani-backed company reported a 120% rise in net profit for Q4 FY26. Revenue from operations increased by 52%. EBITDA climbed 61%, reflecting improved efficiencies. Strong fundamentals and market initiatives drove this growth. Investor confidence is high, making VST Industries a stock to watch.

Unwinding of call writers signals bullish setup in Larsen & Toubro: Shivangi Sarda

These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analysts

Over the next few days, as an investor you need to make a clear distinction on one front: Buying happening in a sector at a lower level, and short covering. Why? Because short covering-led upmoves don't sustain. Also remember: Whether an upmove in the broader market will sustain or not also depends on how the Q4 earnings season pans out. As of now, no major trouble spots have emerged.

Weekly Top Picks: These stocks scored 10 on 10 on Stock Reports Plus

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Investing in ability and quality of balance sheet? 5 large-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 29%

Predicting the movement of the Nifty and Sensex is a fool’s task. Thursday’s trading on the market only underlines this truism. And it is in times of uncertainty that we tend to gravitate towards large-cap stocks because, over the long term, they do create wealth. But there is one more, equally compelling, reason why they should be preferred to mid- and small-cap stocks, especially in a phase where there is a time-wise correction – the kind where markets do not fall sharply but simply refuse to move higher for extended periods.

LIC’s bonus dhamaka sparks 7% rally in two days. What lies ahead?

LIC shares surged 7% in two sessions after announcing its first-ever 1:1 bonus issue, boosting investor sentiment. The move, involving capitalisation of Rs 6,325 crore reserves, signals strong financial health and may improve liquidity, though analysts remain watchful of long-term growth triggers and valuation trends.

Best value funds to invest in April 2026

Value investing has dominated the Indian stock market, with value funds delivering strong returns while growth funds lagged. While simple in concept, value investing requires patience as market discovery can be slow and unpredictable. Investors are advised to limit value fund exposure to 20% and only invest if they can wait patiently for potential gains.

These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analysts

What is evident in the last few trading sessions is how the street is treating Q4 earnings numbers. If a company delivers in terms of numbers, the street has money flowing into that stock. So, clearly, from a blanket bearish phase we have moved into stock-selective mode. ET Screener, powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus, lists quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, and having an average recommendation rating of “Buy” or "Strong Buy". This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.

Capital market stocks: Time to change strategy? 10 stocks from different parts of the ecosystem

The capital market infrastructure sector has grown into a full-fledged, publicly-traded ecosystem. Today, investors can pick from exchanges, depositories, registrar and transfer agents, commodity platforms, and at least five asset management companies. All of them listed, all of them profitable, and all of them with the same structural tailwind: The financialisation of Indian household savings. But have we reached a stage where the strategy needs a re-look?

Eternal vs Swiggy: Quick commerce giants crash up to 32% in 2026 so far. Should you buy now?

Shares of Eternal and Swiggy have fallen sharply in 2026 so far, down about 17% and 32%, amid inflation concerns, potential AI-led job losses, and fears of weaker discretionary spending. While analysts are weighing the risk-reward between the two, Eternal has shown some near-term recovery and strong long-term performance, delivering significant gains over the past three years.

Buy, Sell or Hold: DAM Capital initiates coverage on Orkla India; Citi maintains sell on Dr Reddy's Laboratories

Brokerages remain selective on Indian equities, balancing stock-specific optimism with caution. DAM Capital initiated coverage on Orkla India with a ‘Buy’, citing spices-led growth, while Morgan Stanley stayed bullish on ICICI Prudential Life. In contrast, Citi maintained a ‘Sell’ on Dr. Reddy’s due to regulatory hurdles and uncertainty around the Semaglutide opportunity, highlighting a mixed sector outlook.

For investors with ability to think beyond FY27: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential up to 33%

The US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a claim by President Trump that negotiations are not dead in the water, and some tough talk from Iran. Together they ensured that confusion reigned over the fate of the Gulf war, with each cue impacting markets and crude oil prices in different ways. So, uncertainty is still the dominant theme for global markets. But then stock prices have also corrected, so the current situation presents opportunities as well.

Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 26%

Despite the US and Iran failing to reach an agreement over the weekend, the street is not entirely in a bearish mood. Market breadth is not as bad as it could have been. It is clear that, post-correction, the street is at a stage where, if a company delivers numbers, there is enough money waiting to move in. So, from a blanket bearish market, we are probably seeing the first steps towards a stock-specific market. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.

Top Nifty50 stocks analysts suggest buying in this volatile week

Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. The simple average of the above-mentioned five component ratings is normally distributed to reach an average score.